All Of You
The Mgm Studio Orchestra & André Previn Lyrics
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Everywhere an orchid grows you are,
Everything that's young and gay, brighter than a holiday,
Everywhere the angels play you are.
You're like Paris in April and May
You're New York on a silvery day.
A Swiss Alp as the sun grows fainter,
You're Moonlight on a night in Capri,
And Cape Cod looking out at the sea,
You're all places that leave me breathless,
And no wonder: you're all the world to me.
You're Lake Como when dawn is aglow,
You're Sun Valley right after a snow.
A museum, a Persian palace,
You're my shining Aurora Borealis
You're like Christmas at home by a tree,
The blue calm of a tropical sea.
You're all places that leave me breathless,
And no wonder: you're all the world to me.
The lyrics to "All of You" by The MGM Studio Orchestra & André Previn are filled with vivid imagery and comparisons, expressing the overwhelming presence and significance of someone in the singer's life. The song portrays this person as being omnipresent and encompassing all forms of beauty and joy.
The first verse suggests that this person is everywhere beauty exists and symbolically compares their presence to an orchid, a symbol of elegance and grace. They are depicted as bringing brightness and joy, even surpassing the happiness of a holiday. Moreover, they are also present in the realm of angels, implying their divine and ethereal qualities.
The second verse continues with the comparisons, likening the person to famous cities and natural wonders. They are compared to the romantic atmosphere of Paris in spring, the cosmopolitan charm of New York, the serene beauty of Swiss Alps, and the picturesque scenery of Loch Lomond in autumn. The person is also associated with Moonlight in Capri, the scenic vistas of Cape Cod, and all places that leave the singer breathless.
The chorus reinforces the idea that this person encompasses the entire world for the singer. They are compared to the breathtaking Lake Como during sunrise, the enchanting Sun Valley after a snowfall, and various other magnificent locations such as a museum, a Persian palace, and the Northern Lights (Aurora Borealis). They are even likened to the comfort and joy of Christmas at home and the tranquility of a tropical sea. Ultimately, this person is the embodiment of all places that leave the singer in awe.
Overall, the lyrics of "All of You" celebrate the immense presence and impact of someone in the singer's life. They are depicted as a source of beauty, joy, and wonder, manifesting in various forms and places throughout the world.
Line by Line Meaning
Everywhere that beauty glows you are,
You are present wherever beauty shines.
Everywhere an orchid grows you are,
You are present wherever an orchid blooms.
Everything that's young and gay, brighter than a holiday,
You are brighter and more vibrant than anything that is youthful and joyful.
Everywhere the angels play you are.
You are present whenever angels engage in playful activities.
You're like Paris in April and May
You evoke the essence and charm of Paris during the months of April and May.
You're New York on a silvery day.
You embody the spirit and energy of New York City on a bright, reflective day.
A Swiss Alp as the sun grows fainter,
You resemble the majestic Swiss Alps as the sun gradually sets.
You're Loch Lomond when autumn is the painter.
You remind me of the breathtaking beauty of Loch Lomond during the artistic season of autumn.
You're Moonlight on a night in Capri,
You are akin to the enchanting moonlight on a serene night in Capri.
And Cape Cod looking out at the sea,
You capture the serenity and longing of standing on Cape Cod, gazing at the vast sea.
You're all places that leave me breathless,
You encompass all the magnificent locations that leave me captivated and breathless.
And no wonder: you're all the world to me.
It's no surprise, as you are everything and encompass my whole world.
You're Lake Como when dawn is aglow,
You represent the captivating beauty of Lake Como during the luminous dawn.
You're Sun Valley right after a snow.
You evoke the peacefulness and purity of Sun Valley immediately after a fresh snowfall.
A museum, a Persian palace,
You embody the elegance and grandeur of a museum and a Persian palace.
You're my shining Aurora Borealis
You are my radiant and awe-inspiring Aurora Borealis in the night sky.
You're like Christmas at home by a tree,
You bring forth the warmth and joy of celebrating Christmas at home, surrounded by a decorated tree.
The blue calm of a tropical sea.
You reflect the peaceful and tranquil nature of a tropical sea with its calming blue hues.
You're all places that leave me breathless,
You encompass all the magnificent locations that leave me captivated and breathless.
And no wonder: you're all the world to me.
It's no surprise, as you are everything and encompass my whole world.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: BURTON LANE, ALAN JAY LERNER
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